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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Žilina to Budapest
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€37
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 33 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Žilina to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Budapest will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Žilina to Budapest, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 15 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus7:55 AM4h40Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:35 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€251One-way0 transfers- FlixBus7:55 AM5h00Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:55 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€251One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 PM9h55Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€351One-way1 transfer
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:03 AM19h02Žilina station6:05 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€401One-way2 transfers- RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:03 AM18h42Žilina station5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€401One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus7:55 AM4h40Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:35 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€251One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:55 AM5h00Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:55 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€251One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:55 AM7h40Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště3:35 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€431One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 PM9h55Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€351One-way1 transfer
- RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)12:46 AM15h29Žilina station4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€451One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Žilina to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 193 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price | €66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Žilina to Budapest:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Žilina to Budapest costing on average €37.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
Live departures
Žilina to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Budapest buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:03 AM Žilina station | 18h42 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:03 AM Žilina station | 19h02 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 8h30 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 8h45 | 8:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 7h20 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 11h45 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 8h25 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:46 AM Žilina station | 15h29 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:46 AM Žilina station | 15h49 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 7h40 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 4h40 | 12:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 5h00 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Žilina to Budapest
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Buses from Žilina to Budapest run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 193 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Žilina to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Žilina to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Žilina to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina to Budapest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Žilina to Budapest
Most Žilina to Budapest buses use the Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Use this guide to compare Žilina and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Žilina station do buses to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště from Žilina city centre
Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště bus station facilities and services
Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bars available inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Mexikói Út M from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Mexikói Út M bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Mexikói Út M has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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